Dangerous Cold Persists through Monday; Wintry Weather from the Northern Plains to the Great Lakes

Bitter cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills will persist from Florida to the Northeast through Monday. Daily record low temperatures are forecast across the Southeast and Florida, with some all-time February low temperature records possible across Florida. An Alberta clipper will spread wintry precipitation across the Northern Plains today and into the upper Great Lakes into tonight. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Mon, Feb 2, 2026 at 7:12:45 am EST

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A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY is in effect for the Eastern Straits of Florida. Fresh to strong northwest to north winds and seas of 5 to 7 feet will prevail into the afternoon. Wind and wave conditions will remain hazardous for small craft. Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in these conditions.

A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for the Upper Keys through 10:00 AM today. Low temperatures are forecast to be in the upper 30s to near 40. Wind Chills near 30 are expected. Winds are forecast to be out of the northwest to north at near 15 mph. Please remember that very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolong exposure! Use caution when outdoors, and wear appropriate clothing, hat, and gloves when possible.

From our partners at Monroe County Emergency Management -- Prepare for Cold Weather: Prolonged exposure to cold temperatures may result in hypothermia, particularly for individuals spending extended periods outdoors. Residents should remain indoors when possible, bring pets inside, and cover or relocate cold-sensitive plants. Pets should not be left outdoors during cold weather. Please monitor local media outlets and the National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/key for the most current weather information. Residents and visitors can also follow the NWS Key West and Monroe County Emergency Management on Facebook. The Emergency Operations Center is not currently activated, but Monroe County Emergency Management is monitoring the situation. WARMING CENTER at Plantation Key Community Center, located at 53 High Point Rd, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The center will open Saturday, Jan. 31, at 7 p.m. and remain open overnight until 7 a.m. The warming center will reopen on Sunday, Feb. 1, at 7 p.m. through 7 a.m. The center will only provide a warm place to stay for the cold night with a cot and a blanket. Important Information: The warming center will not include meals. Crated pets will be accepted in the warming center. Limited crates are available. Center rules apply.

COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT TO 10 AM TODAY TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 50s. Northwest to north winds near 15 mph, decreasing to 10 to 15 mph. Wind chill values near 30 this morning.

A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR THE EASTERN STRAITS! SMALL CRAFT SHOULD EXERCISE CAUTION IN THE WESTERN STRAITS AND SE GULF NW to N moderate breezes Seas: Bayside/Gulfside, H. Channel: 2-4 ft W of Marquesas: 4-5 ft FL Straits: 5-7 ft Outer Gulf: 4-6 ft Bay/Nearshore waters moderate chop

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